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November 2018

March 25, 2018

1:00 am to 5:00 am

Spend an afternoon in the piney woods along the shores of Lake Livingston exploring YMCA Camp Cullen, Texas's premier overnight summer camp! Tour our 530 acre property, participate in activities such as canoeing, horseback riding, archery, high ropes and more! Wear comfortable clothing and bring the whole family to this free day of fun!

April 06, 2018 to April 08, 2018

5:00 pm to 11:00 am

Tired of the hustle and bustle of the every day, busy schedule? Well then put down that phone and tablet and come spend some quality time together! It is time to forget the city life and enjoy each other's company. There is nothing better than venturing into the East Texas Piney Woods for a weekend full of FUN! Whether you just want to enjoy the view overlooking the lake or whether you want a jam-packed day of awesome, outdoor activities, YMCA Camp Cullen is the place for you!

Horseback riding is available for an extra fee of $25 per person. If you elect to participate in horseback riding during your visit to camp, you will join other families on an hour-long trail ride through the piney woods led by our capable wrangler staff. Kids ages 7 and up are able to steer their own horse on the ride, while kids ages 4-6 will be led behind a wrangler's horse. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian on all trail rides. If a parent does not wish to ride, one of our wranglers will lead your child around in our arena and help them learn and practice some riding skills. There are age and weight restrictions for horseback riding and ropes activities.

April 20, 2018 to April 22, 2018

5:00 pm to 11:00 am

This Earth Day, come out to Camp Cullen and reconnect with nature, spend some time by the beautiful Lake Livingston, or better yet hop into a kayak! Take part in a whole host of fantastic activities such as archery, riflery or ziplining, all nestled among tall pines. Vist our arts and crafts area, where we will have a nature craft for you and the family to let loose your imagination. Of course, Earth Day is about appreciation for our wonderful planet and all she does for us. Join us in exploring ways in which each and every one of us can make small steps in our everyday lives to help care for her.

Horseback riding is available for an extra fee of $25 per person. If you elect to participate in horseback riding during your visit to camp, you will join other families on an hour-long trail ride through the piney woods led by our capable wrangler staff. Kids ages 7 and up are able to steer their own horse on the ride, while kids ages 4-6 will be led behind a wrangler's horse. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian on all trail rides. If a parent does not wish to ride, one of our wranglers will lead your child around in our arena and help them learn and practice some riding skills. There are age and weight restrictions for horseback riding and ropes activities.

April 29, 2018

1:00 am to 5:00 am

Spend an afternoon in the piney woods along the shores of Lake Livingston exploring YMCA Camp Cullen, Texas's premier overnight summer camp! Tour our 530 acre property, participate in activities such as canoeing, horseback riding, archery, high ropes and more! Wear comfortable clothing and bring the whole family to this free day of fun!

May 11, 2018 to May 13, 2018

5:00 pm to 11:00 am

Let’s celebrate our wonderful moms out on the water. Enjoy a full gamut of water activities to include banana boating, tubing, watersliding, and pool-time. Enjoy a breeze as you fly down our zipline and marathon pipeline. Mother’s Day has never been cooler than this!

Horseback riding is available for an extra fee of $25 per person. If you elect to participate in horseback riding during your visit to camp, you will join other families on an hour-long trail ride through the piney woods led by our capable wrangler staff. Kids ages 7 and up are able to steer their own horse on the ride, while kids ages 4-6 will be led behind a wrangler's horse. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian on all trail rides. If a parent does not wish to ride, one of our wranglers will lead your child around in our arena and help them learn and practice some riding skills. There are age and weight restrictions for horseback riding and ropes activities.

May 18, 2018 to May 20, 2018

5:00 pm to 11:00 am

Join us as we celebrate the arrival of summer the best way we know how: with loads of fun activities that let you spend time in the summer sun with your family and friends.

Go for a ride on our 1000-foot Dual Racing Zipline, fire off .22s at our Riflery Range, spend some time paddling around Lake Livingston and more.

Horseback riding is available for an extra fee of $25 per person. If you elect to participate in horseback riding during your visit to camp, you will join other families on an hour-long trail ride through the piney woods led by our capable wrangler staff. Kids ages 7 and up are able to steer their own horse on the ride, while kids ages 4-6 will be led behind a wrangler's horse. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian on all trail rides. If a parent does not wish to ride, one of our wranglers will lead your child around in our arena and help them learn and practice some riding skills. There are age and weight restrictions for horseback riding and ropes activities.

May 25, 2018 to May 28, 2018

5:00 pm to 11:00 am

Come start your summer with an exciting, fun filled family weekend. This extended, 3-night family camp offers twice the fun with activities all day Saturday and all day Sunday! The weekend’s excitement includes tubing on the lake, fishing, zip-lining, archery, and so much more! We will wrap up Saturday with a lake-side BBQ, amazing music, and awesome games.

Horseback riding is available for an extra fee of $25 per person. If you elect to participate in horseback riding during your visit to camp, you will join other families on an hour-long trail ride through the piney woods led by our capable wrangler staff. Kids ages 7 and up are able to steer their own horse on the ride, while kids ages 4-6 will be led behind a wrangler's horse. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian on all trail rides. If a parent does not wish to ride, one of our wranglers will lead your child around in our arena and help them learn and practice some riding skills. There are age and weight restrictions for horseback riding and ropes activities.

June 10, 2018 to June 23, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

This leadership program is designed for 15- to 17-year-old campers to help them prepare for their role not just as a future camp counselor but also life after high school. Working closely with the Leadership Director and other directors, they will learn new leadership skills and develop skills they already have.

Problem solving, effective communication skills, interviewing skills, leadership and teamwork are just some of the skills to be learned during the different workshops.

June 10, 2018 to June 23, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

Kamp K'aana introduces children to powerful, life-changing tools for healthy living while offering the fun of an overnight summer camp experience.

Held at YMCA Camp Cullen on Lake Livingston, Kamp K'aana provides a two-week program for kids ages 10-14 who are above a healthy weight.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE

Kamp K'aana is designed by a team of specialists from Texas Children's Hospital (TCH) and Baylor College of Medicine and is delivered by the YMCA of Greater Houston at YMCA Camp Cullen.

NUTRITIOUS MEALS

Each day campers receive three meals and several snacks in a meal plan designed by TCH dietitians. Meals are delicious, balanced and nutritious with an emphasis on high fiber and whole grains rather than sugar and fat.

LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE

Campers are equipped with the tools they need to conquer their weight management issues while at the same time offering an incredible experience that increases self-confidence and builds self-esteem. By the end of camp, campers typically lose between 5 and 10 pounds. Once they return home, children will be motivated to maintain their weight and obtain long-term results. To be eligible for this specialty camp, children must be in the 95th percentile of Body Mass Index (BMI) for their gender and age. Click here to calculate. For more information, please contact kampkaana@ymcahouston.org.

June 24, 2018 to June 30, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

Boys/Girls Outdoor Leadership Development (BOLD/GOLD) is a program intentionally designed to transform your teen in a wilderness environment. Participants are divided into culturally-diverse groups of boys and girls ages 13-15 and participate in physical, cognitive and social-emotional outdoor challenges. They experience adventure and teamwork while developing friendships, learning new skills and gaining a sense of belonging. BOLD/GOLD is a program teens can experience on its own or as part of their Teen Adventure Camp experience.

June 24, 2018 to July 07, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

This adventure program, for teens ages 13-15, will provide them with a more adventurous camp experience with such activities as overnight canoe trips. Teens will have the opportunity to complete our level system, allowing them to become a master of our activities. They will also complete community service projects.
This is not a leadership course, but teens will learn leadership skills to prepare them for the future and is a great stepping stone for Teen Leadership Camp.

June 24, 2018 to June 30, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

Our Sci-Fi week will take the campers on a journey to the future, imagining what might be possible, and living that dream at YMCA Camp Cullen through futuristic fun and games themed around technology, space travel and other-worldly adventures.

We will have guest educators from The Children’s Museum of Houston teaching campers the principles of chemistry. Kids will explore polymers, discover the difference between physical and chemical changes and make their own lava lamps and bath bombs. On Friday, campers will be amazed by the power of chemistry during a special show where they will witness the freezing effects of dry ice and liquid nitrogen.

July 08, 2018 to July 14, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

This is where we take the campers on a trip around the world, without ever leaving the safety of the camp ground. Campers will experience all kinds of culture and learn from our counselors who hail from all over the world.

July 08, 2018 to July 21, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

This leadership program is designed for 15- to 17-year-old campers to help them prepare for their role not just as a future camp counselor but also life after high school. Working closely with the Leadership Director and other directors, they will learn new leadership skills and develop skills they already have.

Problem solving, effective communication skills, interviewing skills, leadership and teamwork are just some of the skills to be learned during the different workshops.

July 15, 2018 to July 21, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

The Wild West inspires children’s imagination the world over, and it's no different here at YMCA Camp Cullen. We will take the campers on a journey through the frontier towns and troubles, helping the sheriffs and upholding the law.

July 22, 2018 to July 28, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

This week we’ll be presenting the kids with the awe-inspiring sights and sounds of the world and its natural beauty. We’ll surround them with programming designed to intrigue, inspire, excite and instill respect for the world around them.

July 22, 2018 to July 28, 2018

2:00 pm to 9:00 am

Boys/Girls Outdoor Leadership Development (BOLD/GOLD) is a program intentionally designed to transform your teen in a wilderness environment. Participants are divided into culturally-diverse groups of boys and girls ages 13-15 and participate in physical, cognitive and social-emotional outdoor challenges. They experience adventure and teamwork while developing friendships, learning new skills and gaining a sense of belonging. BOLD/GOLD is a program teens can experience on its own or as part of their Teen Adventure Camp experience.